2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Picanto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |